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(1). To argue with (or complain to) management about something you feel passionate about (i.e. your comp).
“Look, Jerry … Pete’s just not going to sign off on a ten percent commission for this one. You can pound the table all you want, but it’s not going to happen.”
(1). n. Football-inspired term often used to describe the first presentation of a new product or service offering, intended to provide employees with a feeling of excitement.
(2). v. To voluntarily start a conference call, mainly in an effort to look important and/or in charge.
“Does anyone know the date of the kick-off meeting? Does anyone know the name of the client?”
(1). The process of getting a law passed by Congress. The law will ultimately include a multitude of irrelevant and contradictory provisions, ensuring lawyers and accountants will remain employed for years to come, which was likely the goal in the first place.
“What does this provision mean, anyway? Can I veto it? Why can’t I veto it? I’m the President, for Christ’s sake! Can’t we ever get something through Congress without all the sausage making? Maybe I’ll just declare myself President for Life…can I do that?”
